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🦩Flamingo Haven! Luxury Home with Private Heated Pool and Amenities Galore!

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A house with a porch, a flag, and various plants.
A poolside area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a swimming pool.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, dark wooden cabinets, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a tiled floor.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tampa, FL
  • Place, Deviant Libation
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, ZooTampa at Lowry Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Tampa Riverwalk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Coral Reef

1 King Bed

Great Room Sofa Sleeper

1 Queen Bed

Surf's Up

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Soap Ā· Bathtub or shower Ā· Toilet Ā· Shampoo

Master Bath

Soap Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Tampa

Located in Tampa Heights, a neighbourhood in Tampa, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Florida Aquarium. Travelling with kids? Make time for Florida State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Raymond James Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Tampa, FL

What's nearby

  • Deviant Libation - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Tampa Riverwalk - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Ritz Ybor - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Tampa Theater - 7 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪ABC Pizza House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Zeko's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bula Kavananda - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 🦩Flamingo Haven! Luxury Home with Private Heated Pool and Amenities Galore! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 🦩Flamingo Haven! Luxury Home with Private Heated Pool and Amenities Galore! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🦩Flamingo Haven! Luxury Home with Private Heated Pool and Amenities Galore!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🦩Flamingo Haven! Luxury Home with Private Heated Pool and Amenities Galore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🦩Flamingo Haven! Luxury Home with Private Heated Pool and Amenities Galore!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🦩Flamingo Haven! Luxury Home with Private Heated Pool and Amenities Galore! located?

This family-friendly Tampa holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Tampa Riverwalk. Armature Works and St. Joseph's Women's Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacay to the sunshine state

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing. We loved and will book again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Great house in a cute neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thanks for the great review Patrick! We were delighted to have you and your family as guests and look forward to hosting you again. Stand tall and stay flamazing!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flamingo Haven!

Everything was very clean, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully equipped with all the details needed for a comfortable visit. We especially loved having the pool — it made our stay extra relaxing and enjoyable. Thank you for creating such a welcoming and pleasant space. We would definitely love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house, great location!

We loved the pool and outdoor seating in the backyard! It was also in a great location, short drives to Ybor City, the Bucs stadium, and the aquarium downtown. There's a great coffee food truck and Cuban bakery within walking distance, as well as the river for a morning walk. This was our first big trip with our baby (8 months), and it had everything we needed: pack & play with mattress, high chair, even a baby bath tub! Great hosts and we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to hang out.

We were very comfortable here. Kids loved the pool and the games. Plenty of space. You can tell the owners take pride and maintain it wonderfully.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute fabulous!

Flamingo Haven is the perfect place to stay when visiting Tampa. The hosts were responsive, kind and flexible. The home was warm, inviting and fully stocked with all of the essentials. We highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home in great location!

Great experience staying here! Although we didnt get to spend too much time at the house due to a packed schedule we definitely plan to return in the future for more relaxation. The house was a great location, clean and charming. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

The house is comfortable and in a great location. We had everything we needed at the house, including chargers in the master bedroom. Check-in was a breeze and the owners responded quickly to questions. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good overall
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming cottage

This cozy house is just as described. It is nicely decorated and has a pretty backyard and pool. It’s in a quiet neighborhood yet close to Raymond James stadium, Ybor City and restaurants. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic and Quaint

This was a wonderful home to stay in! Within minutes of walking in and looking at all the well appointed amenities, my wife said should return! Instructions on entering, and just about everything else, were clear and easy to understand. You can tell there was extra care and attention made to make sure we were well-taken care of. Again, a fantastic stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Hi Joey and family,Welcome to the flock! Thank you for being such great guests! We appreciated that you followed the check in and check out instructions, and most of all, that you rested and had a flamazing time at Flamingo Haven! We do appreciate your business and the great review! You are welcome back anytime! Cheers!Kristin & JeffFlamingo Haven Vacations Your home away from home
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal get away!

Loved the decor and comfort! The tropical/seaside theme inside and out was so alluring we loved just hanging out. The bedrooms were large in size and plenty of closet space. The pool was the best part of the package! The only downside was the street was under construction. And definitely bring extra lounge towels for pool area chairs! Very nice rental home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Thank you for the 5-star rating. We do our best to make sure every customer has the best experience. We try to be environmentally friendly, but as such, we still do supply one beach towel per person and a washer/dryer with free laundry soap and dryer sheets (which many short term rentals do not). Also, all of our guests are advised that they can reach out to us for additional towels, or anything for that matter, but we were never contacted. As for the construction it is completely out of our control as are any city construction projects - but thankfully, it does not affect parking or use of the home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

Good
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HOME AWAY FROM HOME WITH ALL THE GOODIES

Let me just say that it was so nice to walk up to the property with the white picket fence the cute porch with the swing. Then you go in and everything is absolutely perfect. everything that you may need is provided and everything is clean. The backyard is your own oasis very private lots of space and different areas if you come with a larger family everyone will have there own spot. The host was always available immediately with any questions great communication. A true pleasure staying at The Flamingo Haven
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Hi Yicel! Thank you so much for the nice words and great review! You were a great guest, we really appreciated the wonderful communication and help you provided to us during your stay. Please come back again to see us! Welcome to the Flock! Kristin & Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

This was the most stockrd house we've ever stayed in. It felt like a home not like a rental. The backyard pool is huge and clean, and all the little touches throughout the house, from extra toilet paper to the complimentary bottle of water and wine to top grade mattresses and pillows, all that made for a very pleasant stay. Mosquitoes were out of control but it rained a few times and it's Florida, so. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for visiting Flamingo Haven! It was a pleasure hosting your family. Thank you for the great communication! You are welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute & Comfortable

Just returned from a 5 night stay at this property. It was a perfect fit for our family of 4, well appointed and a great home base for all our activities in the Tampa area. My husband and I enjoyed walking down the street to grab coffees at a local food truck and then heading down to walk along the river every morning. We never did see any alligators, just lots of Muscovy ducks and random other birds including the neighbors bird at the end of the street closet to the river that whistled at us as we walked by every morning. The neighborhood is charming and very walkable to the south with many craftsman style homes that have been updated and brought back to life. The house itself was enjoyed - my teenagers loved the pool, my husband and I loved the convenience of two bathrooms and a fully stocked kitchen - though with all the excellent food options in Tampa we didn’t do a whole lot of cooking. We would recommend Flamingo Haven to anyone we knew heading to the area and would stay again ourselves if we return to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I chose to stay at the Flamingo Haven based on the location and the listed amenities available. The reviews were all extremely positive and now I know why! Check in was super simple and efficient. It was evident upon check in how much love and attention goes into making our stay comfortable! Our host Kristin was quick to respond to any questions we had and all directions were easy to follow! There was convenience on every front from shopping, restaurants and entertainment. It was just my 16 year old niece and I and I had to work a few of the days we stayed. The dedicated workspace was perfect for both a lap top and monitor and there was also a printer available if needed. The pool was perfect for my niece while I worked. We cooked and grilled most of the week, there was nothing we needed that wasn’t already there! The highlight of my stay was being able to take the bikes they had there to ride down to the river and watch the sunset!! I fell in love with the neighborhood too! I’ve stayed at some fancy places but this was so quaint and so charming! If you’re on the fence looking for a place with everything to offer, book the Flamingo Haven! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flamingo Haven, nice place to stay

We rented the FH house for 2-weeks, overall we enjoyed our stay. House Notes: The house & neighborhood is 110 years old. Its a small 2 bedroom 2 bath house with updated appliances and a nice pool & backyard area. Its centrally located in the Seminole Heights area in Tampa. The house has good Wifi, and good AC & heater system - we used both during our stay. The water pressure is adequate at best - the showers have weak pressure, but work fine. The house is located on a narrow single lane street, and the driveway is tight even for small cars. On one side of the driveway there is a huge oak tree and the other has a front yard fence. This makes it very tight to get in and out of the car. There was road construction being done on the street, for the first week of our stay one end on the street was blocked with no access. Not a big deal as we could drive around the block to the other end and get to the house. Right down the street is the Hillsborough River & Rivercrest Park. It has nice walking/running paths and that many people used during the day. There are alligator warning signs along the river but we never saw any during our stay. The neighborhood was quiet during the evenings and the neighbors are nice and talked to us when we saw them. Tampa Area Notes: Beware the drivers, we were cut off in traffic multiple times. There is road construction everywhere in the Tampa area. There is shopping and entertainment close by and Clearwater beach is 30 minutes away. Enjoy your stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Unfortunately, the City of Tampa, and much of the coast of Florida, has experienced some severe damage due to Hurricane Ian, causing street construction. But the home itself has been consistently occupied by short term renters since 2021 and has always received an extremely high rating due to the extra conveniences, (no charge heated pool, loaded kitchen, free amenities) and high quality of care. We were unaware that the city was going to be doing construction on the road as they did not inform us prior. The last weekend the guest was staying there, with just a few days remaining in his 2 week stay, City workers put a door tag on the door notifying that driveways may be blocked beginning Monday morning. That allowed us no time to get information from the city. He sent us a message through VRBO, which we promptly replied to, and I told him I would contact the city to find out what was going on first thing Monday morning when the city opened. He said not to bother, that he would go talk to them. I called anyways, but didn’t get a hold of anyone until later that day as they had a flood of calls. During this time, he sent a photo saying they were done & all was good and that the driveway was not blocked. The city advised that the City of Tampa & surrounding cities have been largely impacted by Hurricane Ian & have been doing road construction to fix damage. The road blockage was due to an issue with the sewage & water lines, which unfortunately caused the city to need to re-pave the road (that they had just finished paving before Hurricane Ian struck) and had to make emergency adjustments, affecting water pressure & blocking the street. The guest was very understanding in conversations, said that he was having a great time & that the home was great! He never complained or mentioned the driveway. As far as parking, the driveway fits two vehicles & there is street parking. FedEx, UPS, and large trucks can drive down the road. The large oak in the neighbors yard does not hinder parking in the driveway. We havea Lincoln Navigator XL we park there. The fenced yard is for aesthetics, safety and service animals. As far as rude drivers in the city, there are rude drivers in every city, in every state. It’s unfortunate that this guest reviewed our home based on city construction from a National disaster, the street & rude drivers- which we had no control over, when the home itself is beautiful
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Jewel in a Cityscape

FLAMINGO HAVEN of Tampa, Florida is a jewel in a cityscape. The heated pool, pretty front porch with its enclosed tropical garden, and finally, the cozy interior do not disappoint. The bedrooms and kitchen are really nice. And the best way to enjoy all that FLAMINGO HAVEN has to offer is to read the very helpful handbook the hosts send early on. The handbook is the reason we knew how to unlock all the hidden treasures that made our stay so wonderful—from the sleep number bed to the the location of the broom.There is lots of guidance to help guests find everything, including but not limited to: toddler dishes, a griddle for making breakfast, if you cook, and even a crockpot.The neighbors are quiet and friendly when you see them—out walking their dogs in the evening, or along the river walk, if you’re out for a run, but not at all intrusive when you’re out at the pool or relaxing on the porch swing.Ours was a family of 6, including a 4-year-old, 11-year-old, 14-year-old, and a 16-year old. FLAMINGO HAVEN was able to accommodate all of our home entertainment needs as we caught a show on Netflix each night together; our laundry needs, as a family who visits Florida beaches daily; and also the needs of our swimmers, even our youngest. The way the screen door locks helps alleviate safety concerns as your bounce around and balance the needs of lots of kids while keeping an eye on the toddler.However you arrange yourselves, everyone can be comfortable—whether on the sleeper sofa, or in either of the queen bedrooms. The hall and the master bath were both well-appointed, and probably, one of our family’s favorite aspects of FLAMINGO HAVEN. We loved the in-shower body wash, conditioner, shampoo dispensers. Where we usually don’t like the level of cleanliness in the bathrooms, FLAMINGO HAVEN was very good about this, in comparison to so many places on the market. Communicative and responsive management is essential, and FLAMINGO HAVEN delivered on this count as well.The whole family agrees: FLAMINGO HAVEN is a stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Hi Jacelyn and Family,Thank you, thank you, thank you! You were flamazing guests and we are tickled pink that you took the time to write such an amazing review about Flamingo Haven. It was so much fun getting to see pictures of the flamingos during your visit to Busch Gardens (we are obviously Flamingo obsessed) so that made our day…and week!We really appreciate the great communication, which always kept us up to speed on the state of the home, and allowed us to stay in top of incidents before they became issues. Also, thank you for all the recommendations. We take any and all recommendations to heart as guest experience is our number one goal! You set the bar high on what a 5-star guest should be and we would love to welcome you back anytime! Welcome to the flock Kristin, Jeff & LilyYour team at Flamingo Haven Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Enjoyed stay here. We enjoyed the pool. Located in quiet neighborhood with nice neighbors who helped navigating through roadwork. Road to house is affected by some city renovations but things were quiet in the weekend while we were there. We got a City Pass and enjoyed different things around the city. I'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home without the pressures!

Jeff and Kristin provided a wonderful, peaceful, deluxe home away from home with their comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen, and heated pool. Their VRBO provided the escape our party was looking for giving us rest and time to lay in the sun or float in the pool soaking up the rays. Questions were always quickly answered and any potential problems were quickly resolved. Their pictures and descriptions understate how nice this place truly is. Thanks for a great 4 weeks. We are happy to have been part of "the flock."
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

This was a great property for us to stay at and enjoy Tampa. Attention to detail from the property owners at every corner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly Flamazing!

My only hesitation in telling you about the excellence of this home is that it will be so popular it won't be available the next time I travel to Tampa. This property was a new listing when I first saw it. A property without reviews tends to give me a slight pause. Kristin, the owner, put me at ease right away by answering all my questions quickly, thoroughly, and with great enthusiasm. Everything in this home has been considered with guest comfort and enjoyment in mind. The decor is artfully flamingo without being kitschy. Check in was seamless and contactless, and we were greeted by a thoughtful welcome gift upon arrival. The kitchen is very well appointed, including stainless cookware and a Ninja blender. We slept on the sleep number bed, which was a dream of comfort. I was delighted by all of the extra touches and we enjoyed the Google Home system for playing music. We stayed two glorious nights, had a swim in the backyard pool, ate al fresco poolside, cooked and cooked in the modern kitchen, and relaxed comfortably in the great room inside. The second bathroom is a fabulous extra! One evening, we took a stroll through the neighborhood and along the river. It's an excellent location in a safe and welcoming neighborhood. Truly, I would not hesitate to book here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2023
Thank you Onyxe for the generous and kind review! You and Monica were flamazing guests and we are proud to have you both as part of the flock! We are so grateful for, and absolutely love, the beautiful flamingo painting you made for all to enjoy! It is hanging proudly in the most popular room in the home for all to enjoy! We do hope to see you again soon! You are welcome back anytime! Cheers! Kristin & Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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